Can an eighteen-year-old singer sound like he was taken straight out of a 1990s country music award show? Thousands of fans think so!
John Foster, the incredibly handsome runner-up from American Idol Season 23, completely stole the spotlight when he made it to the big stage.
He decided to sing a legendary country love song called “I Cross My Heart.” The moment he opened his mouth, the entire audience went quiet, and fans knew they were watching a true superstar in the making.
John Foster Honors George Strait with Tender “I Cross My Heart” | Idol Performance
This performance was not just another song for John. It was a beautiful, tender tribute to his lovely girlfriend, Brooklyn. Before going on stage, John happily told the cameras that he had never been able to sing a real love song that he truly meant until now. They had been dating for almost a year, and he was so excited to dedicate the moment to her. While John sang his heart out, a glowing Brooklyn cheered from the very front row, jumping up and down with pure joy.
To make the night even more magical, John was covering one of the greatest country tracks of all time. “I Cross My Heart” was originally released in 1992 by the King of Country, George Strait. It is a timeless romantic anthem about promising to love someone forever. George Strait used his smooth, traditional cowboy style to make the song a huge number-one hit.
George Strait – I Cross My Heart (Official Music Video)
What makes John Foster so special is how he kept that old-school magic completely alive. Instead of trying to make it sound like a modern pop track, John leaned into that classic 90s flavor.
The internet absolutely lost its mind over how sweet and authentic it felt. Fans flooded the comments online, with one writing that John is a winner in every sense of the word. Another fan emotionally cheered that he is finally bringing true country back to the stage. By honoring a legend and singing for the girl he loves, John proved he is destined for greatness!